Black Stars land in Morocco ahead of Madagascar clash
By Kwame Bediako Black Stars have arrived in Morocco ahead of their next FIFA World Cup qualifier against Madagascar on Monday, March 24, 2025. The team departed on Saturday, March 22, 2025, on the heels of their dominant 5-0 win over Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday. Ghana’s convincing victory over Chad has […]
Pope Francis to be discharged from hospital on Sunday after five weeks, his doctors say
Pope Francis will be discharged from Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Sunday, doctors treating him have said. The 88-year-old has been recovering from double pneumonia and will need at least two months of rest at the Vatican after leaving hospital. He has only been seen by the public once since he was admitted to hospital on […]
Government will not interfere in management of universities – Education Minister
The Minister of Education, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, has emphasized the government’s commitment to granting the management and councils of public universities the autonomy to operate independently. He highlighted that the government values academic freedom highly and views any external interference in university affairs as a threat to this freedom. The Minister made this statement in […]
Interior Ministry declares March 31 and April 1 as statutory holidays
The Interior Ministry has announced that Monday, March 31, and Tuesday, April 1, will be observed as Statutory Public Holidays throughout the country. In a press statement issued and signed on Saturday, March 22, the Interior Minister, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, stated: “The general public is hereby informed that Sunday, March 30, 2025, or Monday, March 31, […]
Adjust policy rate by 100 basis points to 28% – IEA to BoG
By Morris Ogbetey Ahead of the Bank of Ghana’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting next week, the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) expects the central bank to hike the policy rate by 100 basis points, from the current 27 percent to 28 percent. Despite a 10-percentage-point reduction in the Treasury Bill rate over the last […]
EV Beauty Ghana donates disinfectants to EPA to promote cleaner environment
By Franice Tandoh On March 20, 2055, EV Beauty Ghana took a bold step in promoting environmental sustainability by donating disinfectants to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The donation, which took place at their premises, aligns with the brand’s mission of fostering a cleaner and healthier society. Vera, the creator of EV Beauty Ghana, explained […]
Darkua releases highly anticipated debut EP ‘Never Too Late’
Ghanaian AfroSoul and RnB Singer Darkua, known for her soulful vocals and genre-blending sound, has officially released her debut EP, ‘Never Too Late’. The six-track project provides an intimate glimpse into Darkua’s world of love, heartbreak, healing, and self-discovery. The tracklist beautifully encapsulates this theme, with songs like “Love Is A Beautiful Thing”, which embraces […]
Council of State member pledges support for Eastern Regional Minister
By Michael Kofi Kenetey The Eastern Regional Representative of the Council of State, Evelyn Korang, has pledged her unwavering support to the Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey. She reaffirmed her commitment to collaborating effectively with the minister to promote development in the region. According to Madam Korang, working together as daughters of the […]
Dr. Louisa Satekla urges deployment of more dentists to hinterlands
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Dental surgeon and FDI Global Ambassador for World Oral Health Day, Dr. Louisa Satekla has emphasized the need for improved oral healthcare in Ghana, particularly in rural areas. According to Dr. Satekla, the majority of dentists in Ghana are concentrated in urban cities like Accra and Kumasi, leaving rural villages without […]
Minority condemns National Security raids on former appointees’ residences
By Valentia Tetteh The Minority in Parliament has strongly condemned what they describe as a disturbing trend of national security raids on the residences of former appointees under the erstwhile Akufo-Addo administration. Their latest concern follows an alleged raid on the home of the former Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison. Addressing […]
Energy sector debts hit GH¢80 billion – Jinapor
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has raised concerns over the rapidly increasing debt within Ghana’s energy sector, warning that urgent action is needed to prevent a financial collapse. Speaking at a meeting with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) on March 18, 2025, Mr Jinapor disclosed that the sector’s liabilities have reached […]
UEW: PWD students hail free tertiary education but call for additional support
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu and Clara Sanusi Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) face unique challenges in life, often requiring extra support to access opportunities. As part of efforts to promote inclusivity, Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to provide free tertiary education for PWDs. To understand the perspectives of those directly affected by this policy, […]
Million dollar opportunities that we miss every day
By Ephraim Ofori Numosuor Africa is often described as the continent of untapped potential, a land overflowing with resources, talent, and opportunities. Yet, despite this abundant wealth, the region continues to grapple with economic instability, unemployment, and slow industrial growth. The paradox is that billions of dollars slip through our fingers every day—not because opportunities […]
GJA lauds Police for arrest, prosecution of Ahmed Suale murder suspect
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has praised the Ghana Police Service for the arrest of a suspect in connection with the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale. The suspect, Daniel Owusu Koranteng aka Amakye, was arraigned on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, but the Madina District Court remanded him in police custody […]
